Legal Assistance

With the threat of ICE raids, detention, deportation, travel bans, and federal policy shifts, many immigrants find themselves in need of immediate legal guidance and representation.

• California Attorney General - Office of Immigrant Assistance
  Immigration updates, legal actions, consumer alerts, partnerships, FAQs
• Asylum Basics
  Asylum options for those fleeing gang violence, abuse, child trafficking, or seeking temporary protective status
• Basic Information on Immigration Options
  U Visas, SIJS (Special Immigrant Juvenile Status), cancellation of removal, political asylum, DACA
• Alameda County Immigration Legal & Education Partnership
  A network of organizations that have united to provide experienced, qualified attorneys to respond to deportations, detentions, executive orders
• California Driver’s Licenses Once DACA Expires
  In California, if you have DACA you are eligible to apply for either a standard Class C license or an AB 60 driver’s license.
• The Rights of Lawful Permanent Residents
  Your rights if you travel outside the United States, have been convicted of a crime, or are eligible to become a U.S. citizen.
• Centro Legal de la Raza Free Immigration Clinics
  3rd Thursday each month, 9-11 a.m. No appointments required.
• National Immigration Law Center Workers Rights
  Worksite immigration enforcement, Electronic Employment Eligibility Verification (E-Verify), employment discrimination, social security number verification
• International Institute of the Bay Area
  Offers legal clinics; consultation hours are Thursday 9 a.m. - 12 and 1-5 p.m.
  Main line: 510-451-2846
• Ready California Legal Assistance
  Robust network of immigration and refugee service providers with immigration attorneys